Lets Build

MARCH 11, 2021

If you are a project manager or a foreman, you know by now the headaches that tools like WhatsApp, Excel, and MS Project are causing when you try to manage projects with a lot of repetition such as hospitals, apartment blocks, and roadwork projects. In one of our recent webinars, Olivier Luxen, Senior Project Manager on a residential project, compared the way we do planning in construction today with the way we did on a road trip 40 years ago.

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Constructlaw

MARCH 9, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the construction industry, and many countries continue to implement new or more stringent restrictions on entry into their borders. Those travel restrictions can impact any company with cross-border supply chains or employee travel. This article addresses some of the travel restrictions in place in the United States, Canada, and members of the European Union (EU); exceptions to those requirements; and some best practices when navigating across borders.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

MARCH 9, 2021

Construction spending rallied in January as private nonresidential construction increased for the first time in seven months, according to an analysis of new federal construction spending data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said that nonresidential construction spending remains below pre-pandemic levels and that rising materials prices and proposed labor law changes threaten the sector’s recovery.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 11, 2021

What's Coming for Digital Twin Technology. Alex Headley. Thu, 03/11/2021 - 07:30. The age of the digital twin (a digital representation of a system, object, or in this case, a project) is here — and the technology is no longer just a solution for the world of manufacturing. More and more areas of the construction industry are increasingly connected through the use of the Internet of Things (IoT), data analytics and artificial intelligence.

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The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 7, 2021

4BT OpenJOC TM Job Order Contracting Solution saves money by significantly improving facilities project planning, procurement, and project execution service delivery. Reduced Procurement Time Reduced Demand for Project Management Improved Scope of Work Definition and Communication Cost visibility and transparency via locally researched detailed line item unit price book Shorter overall Project Delivery Time No fee charged as percentage of JOC construction value. 4BT OpenJOC TM Job Order Contract

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 10, 2021

Tradesmen are involved in numerous activities that majorly are handled heavy and manual jobs. This wide array of services includes repairing house interiors and developing structures to dealing with general maintenance duties for buildings. A tradesman’s main responsibility focuses on company regulations and policy compliance, particularly when building structures for their clients.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 9, 2021

Overcoming Traditional Project Management Limitations & Challenges. Alex Headley. Tue, 03/09/2021 - 07:30. Tracking all the moving pieces and details of every construction project can be extremely challenging. According to the Construction Management Association of America, project managers average around 120 responsibilities on and off the jobsite, requiring them to be strategic as they manage various moving parts and prepare for continuous changes.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 9, 2021

Unit Pricing Estimating within the CSI MasterFormat is the most reliable and efficient means of ascertaining construction costs based on materials, labor, and equipment content, and it just got better. Locally researched unit price cost data is now available from Four BT, LLC. This means there his no need for area cost factors (ACFs) or other construction cost indexes (CCIs).

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The Constructor

MARCH 12, 2021

The Voyager Station will be the first commercial space station with a one-of-its-sort lavish hotel that can accommodate 400 individuals and offers.

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As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 11, 2021

Viewpoint’s Field View Helped the Wates Group Keep its Nottingham City Hub Project on Track During Covid-19.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 10, 2021

How Paying Closer Attention to Contracts Can Mean More Successful Bids. Alex Headley. Wed, 03/10/2021 - 07:30. Submitting a competitively priced bid is key for a bidder to be selected and awarded a contract to build an owner’s project. However, submitting a competitive price is only part of the equation. Complying with the bidding documents and providing all requested information are the other parts.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 10, 2021

Construction project management is better when it’s visual and includes a common data environment… including shared, locally researched unit price cost data. The post Construction Project Management IS BETTER WHEN IT’S VISUAL appeared first on 4BT.

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BD+C

MARCH 10, 2021

Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, real estate markets have clearly taken major pivots across the board. From residential adjustments toward the suburbs, the incorporation of safety barriers in public facilities, to major changes in commercial retail and restaurant consumer demands, those of us working in the built environment are seeing trends shift at a pace faster than ever before. .

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Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 11, 2021

Terex Trucks will exhibit its EU Stage V TA300 and TA400 articulated dump trucks at Hillhead Digital 2021. According to Terex, the new engines contribute to areduction of up to 7 percent in fuel consumption when compared to the Stage IV engine.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 10, 2021

How to Make the Most of Your Virtual Training Sessions. Alex Headley. Wed, 03/10/2021 - 07:30. Ongoing training is a key part of any robust workplace safety program. Training is about more than optimizing productivity and minimizing downtime. It not only ensures employees are informed about recent standards, guidelines and procedures, but it also provides an opportunity to ask questions and engage with safety leadership.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 6, 2021

Understanding core successful construction project delivery requirements is critical for real property owners and facilities management professionals. Successful Construction Project Delivery Requirements. A robust processes assures answers to the following questions are known. Who plans and prioritizes project considerations? Who can offer change ideas (informally and formally)?

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BD+C

MARCH 9, 2021

A new Starbucks store is set to open in Abbotsford, B.C. that was assembled in six days with near-zero construction waste. The store was designed to reduce the energy needs for heating and cooling compared to standard construction builds.

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Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 12, 2021

Published reports suggest that Rivian will expand it manufacturing facility in Normal, Illinois. The electric vehicle manufacturer has filed plans that would add up to 10 million square feet, reports WGLT radio, although it cites company officials who said expansion would be far less than that.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 12, 2021

NTEA Work Truck Week 2021: The Road Ahead. Alex Headley. Fri, 03/12/2021 - 17:00. NTEA, The Association for the Work Truck Industry, holds an annual show for manufacturers to share their latest announcements, upgrades and technology. Typically held in Indianapolis as the Work Truck Show, this year the event was held virtually. Announcements and presentations lasted March 8-12 and included all the biggest names in commercial trucks.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 11, 2021

As a facilities management professional… how do I Develop and Continuously Execute Optimal Facilities Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, and New Build Strategies? Continuously Execute Optimal Facilities Strategies for Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, and New Builds. 3 Key Steps. Adopt a proven approach and integrate planning, procurement, and project delivery methodology that assures mutual benefit for real property owners, building users, architects, engineers, and builders.

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BD+C

MARCH 11, 2021

For the March/April issue of Building Design+Construction , the editors are conducting a research project on "design innovation" in the AEC industry and real estate market. . We invite all U.S. architects, designers, structural engineers, MEP engineers, and other design professionals that specialize in building design to participate in our 10-minute, 15-question online survey. .

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Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 10, 2021

OSHA cited Cherokee Pride Construction Inc. of Sapulpa for serious violations related to excavation work. Inspectors arrived at a Broken Arrow job site in September 2020 and found employees in standing water as they installed water lines in two trenches as part of a street widening project.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 8, 2021

Modular Construction Is Ideal for Airport Expansion. Alex Headley. Mon, 03/08/2021 - 07:30. Airport operators face many challenges when they look to develop solutions to meet current and future facility space requirements. Having the proper knowledge in knowing how to expand capacity to meet a growing passenger demand — while also ensuring that all airport operations continue to function properly — plays a critical role in the planning process.

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Business Facilities

MARCH 9, 2021

Discover will hire locally for nearly 1,000 new jobs, employ minority-owned businesses in the renovations and operation of the former Target store in the city's Chatham neighborhood. - Read: Discover Customer Care Center Coming To Chicago’s Chatham Neighborhood at BusinessFacilities.com.

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BD+C

MARCH 10, 2021

Smart home technology is an increasingly popular way for tenants and condominium owners to manage their lighting, sound, security, and climate of their residences from their smartphones or other devices. A common misperception held by some multifamily developers and operators is that smart home technology appeals only to residents of upscale properties in the urban core, according to Donald Davidoff, an apartment industry consultant with D2 Demand Solutions.

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Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 9, 2021

Doosan Infracore has launched the industry’s first “transparent bucket” system for wheeled loaders. According to The Construction Index, Doosan uses cameras to relay images into the bucket, eliminating a hazardous blind spot.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 12, 2021

Two Industry Leaders On Legislation in 2021. Alex Headley. Fri, 03/12/2021 - 18:14. Wesley Palmisano. Founder, Palmisano LLC.

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Construction Junkie

MARCH 9, 2021

Women in Construction Week is in full swing after starting on Sunday, March 7 and continuing through March 13th, helping to raise awareness of the opportunities that are available for women in the industry and highlighting those making a positive impact. In conjunction, several companies have completed surveys of hundreds of female construction professionals, showing the progress that has been made and the opportunities still left to tackle.

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